Cheap flights from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £179

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CMB
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Find flight deals from England to Colombo

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from England to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Fri 17/1017:35STN - CMB
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1021:55CMB - STN
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£515
Thu 13/1119:20LHR - CMB
1 stop19h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 27/1116:40CMB - LHR
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/10£515
Sat 25/1013:00STN - CMB
3 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1121:25CMB - STN
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£516
Mon 3/1108:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Tue 25/1117:05CMB - LHR
1 stop19h 00mAir India
Deal found 16/10£516
Tue 21/1007:10LGW - CMB
3 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/102:50CMB - LGW
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£516
Sat 18/1020:40STN - CMB
3 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1121:55CMB - STN
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£517
Tue 28/1009:30LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Tue 24/316:55CMB - LHR
2 stops27h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 15/10£517
Thu 23/1009:45STN - CMB
3 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1104:45CMB - STN
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10£517
Sat 1/1122:00LHR - CMB
1 stop36h 35mAir India
Fri 21/1108:20CMB - LHR
1 stop16h 30mAir India
Deal found 15/10£517
Wed 10/1212:00STN - CMB
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/104:45CMB - STN
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£518
Wed 5/1109:30LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 45mGulf Air
Mon 17/1116:55CMB - LHR
2 stops19h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 15/10£518
Sat 25/1020:40STN - CMB
3 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1121:25CMB - STN
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10£519

Cheap flight deals from England to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£505

One-way from

£179

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£635

Good round-trip deal

£636 or less

Good one-way deal

£390 or less
6/1-19/1
  • 6/1-19/1
  • 5 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • England to Colombo
3/11
  • 3/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • England to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£82 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from England to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

England

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/1

11:40-21:15

2 stops28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 20/1

04:45-10:55

3 stops35h 40m

£511

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Thu 29/1

08:30-08:15

2 stops18h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/2

21:25-23:15

2 stops31h 20m

£517

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Mon 5/1

14:00-02:00

3 stops30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/4

05:15-22:45

2 stops22h 00m

£518

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Sat 10/1

14:00-20:45

3 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/4

05:15-22:45

2 stops22h 00m

£520

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 10/12

14:00-13:55

2 stops42h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/1

14:45-23:15

2 stops38h 00m

£520

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 3/2

14:00-20:20

2 stops48h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/2

04:00-23:10

2 stops24h 40m

£526

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

15:55-06:20

2 stops19h 55m

£535

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

20:55-20:20

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

04:00-14:30

1 stop16h 00m

£576

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

20:55-15:15

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/2

04:00-12:05

1 stop13h 35m

£579

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

20:55-20:20

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/11

09:50-14:30

1 stop34h 10m

£579

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/10

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from England to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from England with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £392). Flying from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £566). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ENG to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from England to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

When flying from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 2% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from England to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from England to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

The most flights from GBENG to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from England to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Departing from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 12h 35m. There are 5398 mi between England and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • What are the cheapest flights from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £372. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £488 on average, our data indicates £1,575 when flying from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from England to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on England to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from England to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from England to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from England to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from England to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £392). Flying from England to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £566). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Book flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Negombo

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 10 airlines flying from England to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£158Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
SAUDIACheapest£343Average£416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Search SAUDIA flights
Air IndiaCheapest£419Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Air India flights
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£422Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Search Kuwait Airways flights
IndiGoCheapest£429Average£804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Search IndiGo flights
Gulf AirCheapest£487Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Gulf Air flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£518Average£715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
China EasternCheapest£539Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
SWISSCheapest£540Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search SWISS flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£557Average£755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from England to Colombo?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from England to Colombo. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from England to Colombo?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Colombo from England.

Can Cheapflights find flights from England to Colombo with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to Colombo from England shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from England to Colombo become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on England to Colombo flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.